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What is Distance Learning? Definitions, Examples & More

learnWorlds

With the rising trend of e-learning, a question that arises is how it started and what the future of this field is. Distance Learning began with lessons via postcards. Some people take online courses to supplement their traditional classroom courses and pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees. What is Distance Learning?

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What is Distance Learning? Definition, Examples and Types To Expect In 2021

Academy of Mine

Distance Learning refers to the act of learning or being taught in a way that is considered nontraditional; specifically in that the teaching and learning are done asynchronously in different times and locations than would be typical, for example teaching and learning from within one’s own home instead of in a classroom.

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Effective Distance Learning Pedagogy In Developing Countries

eLearning Industry

In some developing countries, distance learning is in the same classification as self-study programs, where content serves as didactic material for learners to study on their own by sifting through a considerable amount of content material without needing critical academic guidance by instructors.

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How Virtual Classrooms Can Help Students Who Need Remedial Work

Jigsaw Interactive

One of those issues was how to give students who had learning disabilities or who had simply fallen behind and needed remedial work the support that they needed in a strictly online environment. Asynchronous vs. Synchronous Learning. Platforms like Jigsaw Interactive and many others enable synchronous online learning.

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Distance Learning – What is it? How to Deliver It with an LMS

Academy of Mine

Traditionally, K-12 or college students would learn inside of a physical classroom. That was until schools began offering courses through a more flexible approach called hybrid learning. What is Distance Learning? Distance learning, otherwise known as eLearning is any type of learning that happens online remotely.

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Online Learning vs. Distance Learning

Illumen Group

Online learning and online learning tools simply means that the source of the tool the learner is using is web-based, cloud-based, or is generally available through the internet. It can be accessed anytime, anywhere (asynchronous). It can be a stand alone training experience or part of a blended learning experience.

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5 Steps to a Successful Blended Learning Strategy

Learning Rebels

Once the learning outcomes has been aligned with business goals, it’s time to consider the appropriate delivery method. Here are four different types of blended learning delivery methods you can use. But first, a few questions to ask yourself: Will the program be synchronous or asynchronous in delivery?